School days, school days, dear old golden rule days A resource guide for those 55 and older. Wednesday, September 4, 2024
Valley Program for Aging Services staff, volunteers, and cafe members in Waynesboro helped pack 739 school supply kits for pre-K and kindergarten students. Supplies were provided and distributed by the Salvation Army.
If you're suffering from Fibromyalgia you understand this sentiment all too well. Local resident Elyse K. found herself at a turning point when she noticed her diagnosis had started to take a toll on her marriage.
"I was angry all the time because of all the things I couldn't do anymore because of my Fibromyalgia. That anger cycled through to depression and affected everyone around me, my husband more than anyone. It made our lives miserable."
Fibromyalgia affects the entire body. To make things complicated, those affects can change on a daily basis. Sometimes you're plagued with widespread muscle pain and fatigue, and other days it's a headache and a heightened sensitivity to touch.
"I could barely stand to have the light weight of bedsheets touching me, much less a hug from my husband." explains Elyse.
This is what it's like to suffer from Fibromyalgia. Symptoms make everyday life incredibly difficult. Mundane, daily tasks are nearly impossible.
And too often, these symptoms are only made worse because practitioners find it difficult to understand and even more troublesome to treat.
"I WAS TIRED OF LIVING WITH MY FIBROMYALGIA PAIN."
Fibromyalgia has been difficult to treat and even more difficult to understand. UNTIL NOW!
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It's characterized by widespread pain in muscles, and tissues rather than inflammation of the joints muscles and tissues.
Then your primary care doctors suggest dietary changes, pain liniments and prescription medications to the point where your life is no longer ruled by Fibromyalgia. It's now ruled by a difficult routine and pill regimen that are supposed to aid in avoiding flare ups.
Elyse put it this way, "My life was no longer my own."
Eventually Elyse did her own research and discovered that acupuncture can improve the quality of life in Fibro patients. Determined to find the best in the business, she discovered Acupuncture Medical Center, lead by Acupuncturist sisters Amara Franko Heller and Berry Franko.
Berry and Amara have been successfully treating difficult to manage, chronic pain cases for over a decade.
They use the time tested science of acupuncture and integrate it with modern medical advancements that encourage healing and recovery. Acupuncture is a form of Chinese medicine that is commonly used to reduce various forms of pain.
Acupuncture works by reducing inflammation, stimulating the release of endorphins and offers much needed effective symptom relief for Fibro.
Then Acupuncturists Berry and Amara skillfully layer other non invasive therapies like ATP Resonance BioTherapy and 03 Regenerative Therapy for amplified long-lasting results.
"I feel like a new person. My husband comes with me to my appointments. He spends most of his time thanking the Acupuncturists for giving him back the woman he married. And for the first time since we moved here, one of my neighbors told me I looked good! It's a miracle they treated my Fibro, I don't know how else to explain it."
If you're looking for a practice who not only understands your diagnosis but also has a proven solution for chronic pain, look no further than Acupuncture Medical Center.
Elyse describes the clinic almost as enthusiastically as does their treatments. "I love it here!"
Additional information about Berry L.Ac. and Amara L.Ac., and their various treatments as well as success stories can be found by visiting www. AcuMedCenterVA.com.
Acupuncture Medical Center is now accepting new patients but only for a limited time. In an effort to protect their patients, both current and future, they have made the difficult decision to limit the number of patients seen in their clinic. So call (540) 217-2783 now to schedule a consultation.
What Are Social Determinants of Health and How Do They Impact You?
by: Ashley Wheeler Community Health Worker-Outpatient
Sentara RMH Continuum Care Management
“Why treat people and send them back to the conditions that made them sick in the first place?”
The ability for health care providers to have a clear picture of patients’ social needs is key for improving their health outcomes. This is why Sentara RMH medical center is starting to screen social determinants of health upon admission for all patients. For Sentara RMH to have a significant and lasting impact on the health of their patients and communities, it must address the needs of patients outside the walls of the hospitals.
Social determinants of health (SDOH) are non-medical environmental factors that affect health outcomes and quality of life. Lack of food, housing, transportation, and employment, among other factors, can have negative effects on otherwise healthy patients. For those with chronic conditions, SDOH are even more critical because they hinder lifestyle changes that are often the first-line treatments. For example, patients with type 2 diabetes may be unable to control their conditions if they cannot afford their medications or do not have access to healthy groceries. With SDOH accounting for as much as 80% of health outcomes, just promoting healthy choices won’t
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eliminate these and other health disparities.
Due to the critical need for addressing the social needs of patients and not just the physical, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and Sentara RMH are taking action. But how do you have a meaningful conversation with your provider about your social needs, when other physical problems need to be addressed? It starts with a SDOH screening conducted by a community health worker upon admission to all Sentara Medical Centers.
Community health workers, or CHWs, work towards supporting the health and social needs of patients upon admission to Sentara RMH Medical Center and after discharge. CHWs work towards providing culturally appropriate health education and information, serving as system navigators and advocates. This relationship assists CHWs in connecting individuals with resources within their community to help them get the right care and stick to their treatment plans through
outreach, community education, informal counseling, and social support. In their many roles, CHWs work to improve the SDOH in individuals’ lives with the hopes of disease prevention and management.
The rationale for SDOH screening is simple: If you don’t ask, you won’t know. And if your providers do not know about your social needs, they cannot assist with addressing them. Sentara RMH medical center asks a few basic questions to assess family life, housing situation, education level, employment status, health insurance status, financial status, safety, legal issues, reliability of transportation, and ability to pay for food, utilities, and medication.
By incorporating SDOH screenings upon admission to all patients, both CMS and
Sentara Medical Centers are highlighting the importance of addressing social challenges in healthcare. With the goal of leading to improvements in individuals’ overall health and a reduction in the communities’ health disparities over time.
Living Longer Committee Members
Leigh-Anne Lees, Chair Community Relations Director, Valley Program for Aging Services
BJ Bryson, PhD, MSW (she/her)
Associate Dean, JMU College of Health and Behavioral Studies. Professor of Social Work
Ashlie Heatwole
Communications Specialist, Bridgewater Retirement Community
Amy Homan DePoy, OT/L Owner/Director, Cardinal Care LLC
Jeanine Maddox
Executive Assistant, Sunnyside Retirement Community
Susan Ribelin
Program Coordinator, Sentara; RMH Safe at Home and Senior Advantage
Nancy Wayland
Executive Director, Sunnyside Retirement Community
Plan Now for Travel During Shoulder Season
BY: BJ BRYSON, PHD, MSW Associate Dean, JMU College of Health and Behavioral Health Studies, Professor of Social Work
Free from the isolating years of the pandemic, there is an uptick in travel, with air travel up 6% and foreign visits up 24% from last year, according to the U.S. Travel Association. Peak season travel to popular destinations is experiencing larger crowds while some localities attempt to control some destinations with emerging rules. More families travel when children are out of school, contributing to a different travel vibe. The question to ask yourself is, what do you want out of your next travel experience?
Researchers suggest staying adventurous and active may decrease decline and dementia. Travel allows immersion into new cultures and learning. It assists in remaining physically active and sustaining well-being.
Steve Lincoln, owner of Lincoln Travel in Bridgewater, reports that older adults are traveling further and longer than in previous years, with many Valley residents being well-traveled to typical destinations. The sentiment is that “if you have something on your bucket list, go ahead and do it because things can change in a heartbeat.” More exotic travel to places such as Vietnam, Portugal, Croatia,
Accessibility Can Make Your Travel Dream a Reality
According to Amy Homan DePoy, OT/L and Director of Cardinal Care, working with a travel agent trained in accessibility can increase your confidence in travel and enhance your overall experience.
Dr. Karen Dwire, OTD, is an Occupational Therapist turned travel agent and trainer for therapists and agents wishing to gain expertise in accessible travel. A specially trained Accessible Travel Planner will know how to contact hotels and get details on rooms with features that match the traveler’s needs, get medical equipment delivered onsite at your trip destination, help you navigate the airport and airplanes, as well as making sure that tours and excursions are accessible and available for the specific needs of the traveler. Most importantly, they plan for worst case scenarios, including natural disasters, medical emergencies, unexpected trip interruptions, and make sure there is a personally tailored safety plan in place.
To find a trained Accessible Travel Planner, seek information from reputable organizations such as AARP, or contact Dr. Dwire at hello@accessibletravelplanners.com or (970) 314-0351.
Slovenia, Bulgaria, and Romania occurs with today’s older adults.
Cost can be a concern, but travelers should focus on the type of experiences they want to have. Lodging comfortably does not mean having the most upscale accommodations. Less expensive does not mean less quality. Don’t be afraid to book early for cruises, as this may also reduce costs. Tour companies often allow payments for travel, with final payments due 90 days before departure.
Another strategy is planning to travel during shoulder season. This is the time between peak season and off-season, as determined by the destination. For instance, if your goal is to cruise in the Mediterranean, generally October and November, and March and April, would represent its “shoulder season.” If your trip desire is Myrtle Beach, its shoulder seasons are Spring and fall,
from March through May and September through October but probably not Labor Day weekend. How about Alaska? Its shoulder season is only the month of September.
Shoulder season perks can include deals on flights, hotels, cruises, and train fares to popular destinations with fewer crowds, children, and lines to attractions. If you have time, travel using various means can enhance your trip, such as a train trip to see the West Coast on the Coast Starlight or a trans-Canada adventure across or to Denali National Park in Alaska.
An AARP survey suggested that 65% of persons over 50 planned on traveling in 2024, with most staying within the U.S. and about 37% traveling internationally. Perhaps you’ve had a destination on your bucket list or as a dream vacation. Most envisioned trips are not out of reach with early planning.
No Falls This Fall: September is Falls Prevention Month
BY: AMY DEPOY, OT/L Director, Cardinal Care, LLC
“Have you fallen in the past 6 months or 1 year?” This is a question you may be asked at each visit with your physician. You may feel some frustration when hearing it. Or you may be trying to fly under the radar and not appear to have any changes in the way you move about. Whatever the case may be, that question is required at each physician visit because falls are tracked by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to better understand falls and how to prevent them.
Many factors contribute to falls. Some include age, medications, fear of falling, vision and hearing impairment, nutrition/hydration, and environmental risks. Recent statistics show that 1 out of 4 adults aged 65 plus fall each year, but less than half tell their doctor. Tragically, falls can lead to fatalities or injuries which require an undesired move to a longterm care facility. But this does not need to be part of your story!
The US Preventative Services Task Force (USPSTF) is a group of experts tasked with advising the U.S. Government on preventative health measures, including best measures for reducing falls. Their recent review of falls related research resulted in the recommendation that structured exercise can help prevent falls in people 65 and older. They also found that fall risk is best reduced when multiple factors are considered,
including nutrition, medication management, social/community services, as well as routine checkups with primary care physicians and specialists such as neurologists and eye doctors.
We can use this information to ensure our futures are lived fully and not in fear of falling. Here’s where to start.
1. LOOK FOR LOCAL EXERCISE GROUPS.
Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) is a tremendous resource for structured exercise as well as services supporting nutrition, social activity, and much more. Local churches, YMCA, social groups, and wellness centers also offer a vast array of exercise options.
Structured exercises include Tai Chi, balance training, core stability, general fitness classes and walking groups. If getting out is not easy, look for a therapist or trainer that can come to your home. Another option is the use of Wi-Fi and your smart TV or computer to join workout groups right in the comfort of your home. There are also many exercise books and videos available at the public library, and printable material from online resources. The CDC has created STEADI, a fall prevention resource with printable material, including the sit-stand exercise, often considered the one that gives the most bang for the buck.
2. SCHEDULE AN ASSESSMENT with health care providers to help identify
medical or environmental risks. Your physician can offer insight into health-related fall risks, and your pharmacist can review your medications. Contacting a case manager at VPAS, your local agency on aging, can connect you to vast resources for a variety of needs, and seeking out an Occupational Therapist can address environmental, physical and cognitive risks to help reduce and prevent falls in and around your home.
Statistically speaking, falls are prevalent. However, they do not need to be. Knowledge is power! Let’s use the information and resources available to get moving safely.
COMING UP:
Attend a “Best Foot Forward” Open House to get a personalized fall risk assessment, learn Tai Chi, and try assistive technology to help stay confident and on your feet. There will be demonstrations, door prizes and refreshments as well. The following falls prevention opportunities available in September:
HARRISONBURG
When: Wednesday, Sept. 25, from 1-4 p.m. Where: Simms Center Auditorium, 620 Simms Avenue, Harrisonburg. Register at vpas.info/ education or call (540) 615-5341.
WAYNESBORO
When: Thursday, Sept. 26, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Where: VPAS Cafe, 325 Pine Avenue, Waynesboro Register at vpas.info/education or call (540) 942-1838.
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How Boommates are Beating the Blues
BY: LEIGH-ANNE LEES VPAS Community Relations Director
Remember “The Golden Girls” - those sassy Miami roommates with the shoulder pads and big hair? They’ve been on the rerun circuit for many years now. As it turns out, they may have been ahead of their time.
In today’s post pandemic society, lack of affordable housing and loneliness are inspiring baby boomers to move in with one another, as well as with members of younger generations. According to Jennifer Molinsky, Housing an Aging
Society Program Director at Harvard University, about one percent of older adults were sharing a home with a nonrelative 20 years ago. Today it’s over one million older adults, more than double the number in that time.
Traditionally, empty nesters downsize out of larger homes and into smaller ones. This, in turn, increases inventory for young generations on the hunt for housing. But adults hitting retirement age are finding little incentive in making a big move. Many are locked into low mortgage rates that make staying put common
sense. Plus, housing costs have skyrocketed and inventory is low. According to the CaseShiller 20-City Composite Home Price Index, home prices increased by 46% between March 2020 and March 2024.
“Housing is expensive for many older adults, whose incomes often are fixed or decline over time,” said researchers of Harvard University’s Joint Center for Housing Studies in a 2023 report. When older adults are spending more than 50 percent of their income on housing, they start to cut back on basic necessities like food, medical care, and insurance. Those sacrifices have a negative impact on overall well-being.
happens, health risks skyrocket. Recent studies show that social isolation is associated with an increased risk of premature death from all causes, along with dementia, depression, anxiety, and more.
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Finances are not the only challenge retirees are facing as they consider how to age. Loneliness and social isolation are linked to serious health conditions in older adults.
A report from the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine finds that more than one third of adults aged 45 and older feel lonely, and nearly one quarter of adults 65 and older are considered socially-isolated.
Widowhood and divorce brought the Golden Girls together. But other factors like loss of family and friends, chronic illness, and even hearing loss can lead to social isolation. And once that
Many older adults adopting the boommate trend are finding that, in additional to realizing financial benefits, they are adding friendship and social engagement to their lives. Specifically, sharing meals together not only boosts older adults’ nutritional intake, but also combats agerelated cognitive decline. Boommates can also serve as fitness or travel partners, or create opportunities for intergenerational bonding. But simply building more conversation and companionship into the day can enhance overall wellness.
If you’re considering looking for a boommate, give serious thought to your lifestyle choices and expectations from the arrangement. Talk with friends and family. Word of mouth can help you find compatible prospects. Online resources such as RoomieMatch, HomeShareOnline, Nesterly, and Senior Homeshares can produce potential matches based on several factors. Meet candidates in person and consider a trial period before making a commitment.
A Brighter Path for Family Caregivers
BY: LEIGH-ANNE LEES VPAS Community Relations Director
When he wouldn’t eat the pork roll sandwich he used to love, you knew it was because he wanted a bowl of diced peaches. You knew he would take his pills if you handed them to him one at a time with a smile. And you knew that easing into a bedtime routine meant brewing a cup of hot tea and playing three songs by Neil Diamond.
It was like puzzle you had solved. Even as you felt a deep sense of fulfillment, however, you knew there would be more challenging days ahead.
Most of us don’t expect to become caregivers, but the reality is that caregiving is woven into the fabric of our lives.
As First Lady and activist Rosalynn Carter said, “There are only four kinds of people in the world. Those who have been caregivers. Those who are currently caregivers. Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need caregivers.”
We rarely identify ourselves this way. We are sons and daughters, spouses and siblings, nieces and friends. But viewing ourselves as caregivers can open us up to new possibilities for the support we need in this role.
According to AARP and the National Alliance on Caregiving, there are more than 50 million caregivers across the nation who provide billions in unpaid care to loved ones. While caregiving can bring profound satisfaction, challenges can mount over time
which negatively our health, careers, finances, and parenting. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, caregivers are more likely to experience depression and anxiety, worse self-reported physical health, and increased early death. Over half of caregivers report that health declines are affecting our ability to provide care to the ones we love.
Fortunately, awareness of this caregiver crisis is growing. November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and support the role of family caregivers as the backbone of our nation’s healthcare system. Resources are available all year long, however, including locally.
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Ingredients
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28-ounce can diced tomatoes
15-ounce can cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups frozen green beans
4 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium zucchini, chopped
1 stalk celery, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped
2 tablespoons dried Italian seasoning
1 bay leaf
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon salt
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Medicare Open Enrollment is just around the corner and so is local assistance. The Open Enrollment Period (OEP) is Oct. 15 – Dec. 7. Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) offers a Medicare Counseling service through the Virginia Insurance Counseling and Assistance Program (VICAP) locally at no charge.
OEP is the annual time for considering changes to coverage for Medicare Part D Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans. Many Medicare recipients are able to save money by switching plans during OEP. VICAP Counselors will answer your questions about the costs and benefits of the plans available in our local area for 2025. They will also help you compare plans, identify the plan with the most cost savings, and assist you with enrollment. Changes to Medicare plans will take effect Jan. 1.
VICAP counselors are state-certified and are trained to assist older adults, persons with disabilities, and their caregivers understand and compare Medicare plans. VICAP is part of a nationwide network of health insurance assistance programs offering unbiased assistance through confidential one-on-one appointments. VICAP counselors are not associated with any insurance company and do not sell insurance products. They are able to provide information to help you make informed choices.
Call 800-868-8727 to find your local VPAS office and make your OEP appointment today.
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Calendar of Events
Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Group
First Friday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Community Mennonite Church, Harrisonburg
Second Thursday of the month at 1 p.m. Summit Square, Waynesboro
Register: vpas.info/caregiver-support or call VPAS at 540-615-5341
Fridays, Sept. 13, 2024-Jan. 10, 2025 at 8:45-9:30 a.m.
Price Rotary Senior Center, Harrisonburg
Tuesdays, Oct. 8, 2024-Feb. 11, 2025 at 8:30-9:15 a.m.
Elkton Area Community Center, Elkton
Hosted by: VPAS Register: vpas.info/health-and-fitness or call (540) 615-5341
Confident Caregiver Conference
Tues., Sept. 17 at 9 a.m.
Blue Ridge Community College
Hosted by: VPAS Register: vpas.info/confident-caregivers-conferences or (540) 615-5341
Medicare 101: Basics and Beyond
Monday, Sept. 23 at 2-3 p.m.
Price Rotary Senior Center
Hosted by: VPAS Register: vpas.info/educational-opportunities or (540) 615-5341
Best Foot Forward: Falls Prevention Fair
Wednesday, Sept. 25 at 1-4 p.m.
Simms Center Auditorium, Harrisonburg
Hosted by: VPAS Register: vpas.info/educational-opportunities or (540) 615-5341
Thursday, Sept. 26 at 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
VPAS Cafe, Waynesboro
Hosted by: VPAS Register: vpas.info/educational-opportunities or (540) 942-1838
Dealing with Dementia
Thursday, Sept. 26 at 12-4 p.m.
Waynesboro Public Library, Waynesboro
Hosted by: VPAS
Register: vpas.info/dementia-awareness or (540) 615-5341
Prepare to Care: Navigating a Dementia Diagnosis
Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 1-3 p.m.
Sentara RMH Medical Center, Harrisonburg
Hosted by: VPAS
Register: vpas.info/dementia-awareness or (540) 615-5341
Confident Caregiver Circle
Fridays, Oct. 11, 18, 25 and Nov. 1 at 1-2:30 p.m.
VPAS Senior Services, Waynesboro
Hosted by: VPAS
Register: vpas.info/caregiver-support or (540) 615-5341
Watercolor Workshop with the Joyful Painters
Monday, Oct. 21 at 2-3:30 p.m.
Price Rotary Senior Center, Harrisonburg
Hosted by: VPAS
Register: vpas.info/educational-opportunities or (540) 615-5341
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Monday, Nov. 18 at 2-3 p.m.
Price Rotary Senior Center, Harrisonburg
Hosted by: VPAS
Register: vpas.info/educational-opportunities or (540) 615-5341
On Tuesday, Sept. 17, Valley Program for Aging Services (VPAS) will host the Fourth Annual Confident Caregivers Conference at Blue Ridge Community College in Weyers Cave from 8:15 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. The day begins with a resource fair featuring representatives from home health care organizations, retirement and adult day care facilities, Virginia Department of Aging and Rehabilitative Services, hospitals, audiologists, elder law attorneys, occupational therapists, and more.
Following the resource fair, internationally recognized motivational speaker Loretta Veney will present: Building Joyful Caregiver Experiences using Humility, Hope and Humor, along with an afternoon session on Amazing Tools to Lighten the Caregiver Load. Local experts will offer workshops on caregiver planning, self care, and smooth care transitions for your loved one. Attendees will also enjoy lunch, mini-massages, door prizes, access to new resources, and more.
There is no cost to attend, but space is limited and registration is required. To learn more and register, visit vpas. info/confident-caregivers-conferences or call 540-615-5341.
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